MTM TTS 2.0 TFSI S-Tronic - 380HP version

The second generation Audi TT is undoubtedly an inspirational challenge for our engineering team. mtm offers a variety of modifications and performance options specially developed with a s know how and passion for the TT. In addition to modification options for the engine, exhaust system, suspensions and brakes we also offer a head-turning sports body kit and the prominent 9-spoke bimoto performance alloy rims which together offer a striking visual enhancement. Our aim is to extend the emotional appeal of the TT and create a vehicle as individual as you are.

engine 2.0 TFSI quattro
displacement in cc 1984 ccm
bore & stroke in mm 82,5 x 92,8 mm
compression 9,8 : 1
boost pressure (max.) 1,55 bar
gearbox type 6-speed S tronic direct-shift
power output (max.) 279 kW (380 bhp) at 6240 rpm
torque (max.) 494 Nm at 4580 rpm
top speed in km/h 265 km/h - depends on tyre size

drive type quattro permanent all-wheel drive
brake system - front 380 x 34 mm
drilled, 8-piston Brembo-caliper
wheels Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 245/30 ZR 20
MTM bimoto forged rims 9 x 20″

basic price of the vehicle: 46.000 €
380 PS kit - like 330 PS kit with MTM exhaust manifold,
turbocharger and air inlet ca. 17.000 €
MTM Brembo-brake 380 x 34 mm 4.465 €
MTM rimset 9 x 20″ 5.500 €
lowering springs 250 €
rear spoiler incl. Lacquering ca. 500 €

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Mazda CX-7 Facelift

The facelift version of Mazda’s popular sports crossover SUV, the CX-7, features the premiere of its first diesel variant. After a successful launch in North America in 2006, sales were expanded to include Japan and Europe in 2007. Two years later, total sales have surpassed 165,000 units (as of December 2008) and the CX-7 has won more than 10 global automobile awards.

In developing the facelift CX-7, Mazda focused on delivering a car that is even more representative of the Mazda brand. It has an enhanced balance of styling, dynamics and affordability for even more global appeal, and stays true to Mazda’s ‘Sustainable Zoom-Zoom’ plan, which aims to harmonize driving pleasure with environmental and safety features.

To address strong demand in Europe for a clean-running diesel with high fuel-efficiency, the Mazda CX-7 SUV facelift has a next-generation MZR-CD 2.2-litre turbo diesel including a selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system designed exclusively for the European market. It delivers a generous 400 Nm of torque to the road using Active Torque-Split All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system and joins the already well-known, high performance 2.3 litre DISI Turbo petrol engine in the line-up. And for the first time ever, Mazda’s sports crossover SUV gets a Rear Vehicle Monitoring (RVM) system and an Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) for even more active safety.

“I believe the new CX-7 is ideally positioned to compete around the world as a sustainable crossover SUV that’s a joy to own and to drive,” says Programme Manager Masashi Otsuka. “It moves away from the North American development and marketing focus of the current CX-7 and creates a true global model. Consequently, it was vital to adopt better powertrain technologies – for example a diesel engine – and raise interior and exterior quality in ways that reflect the tastes of customers around the world, thereby giving the facelifted CX-7 a competitive position in diverse markets.”

Design – Refined for a Clearer Premium Identity

The exterior design of the facelift is based on the athletic styling of the original CX-7, pushing further the sports crossover SUV design, while incorporating enhancements that more clearly communicate a premium identity and give it a more refined character. The CX-7 facelift’s new front end, detailing and high build quality on the outside take the original model’s advanced and emotional styling to the next level, while new materials and forms on the inside give the cabin a more premium look and feel.

Exterior Design

Front end – more refined for a more premium look
The new lower front grille of the CX-7 facelift has a larger five-point design that more clearly communicates the Mazda brand, and harmonizes it with the latest models in the line-up. The grille is framed by a stylish silver look, detailing that expresses a premium identity. It also provides a larger opening area that contributes to superior cooling performance, which is of particular value to the newly-introduce 2.2-litre turbo diesel engine. Other enhancements to the fascia include a new design for the front fog lamp bezels, which creates a strong visual flow and lends a sense of fine craftsmanship.

Silhouette and rear end
On the sides, newly adopted chrome-plated garnish (depending on grade) along the bottom of the doors highlights the vehicle’s sporty silhouette. At the rear, the CX-7 facelift has a new chrome bar on the tailgate handle, while a new and larger rear roof spoiler (depending on grade) complements the design revisions at rear end.

Colours and wheels
A line-up of seven body colours is available with the Mazda CX-7 facelift (depending on market), all of them chosen to compliment the vehicle’s sporty and strong exterior. These include three new colours: Aluminium Metallic, Stormy Blue Mica and Sparkling Black Mica. Mazda has carried forward the two original model’s popular black and sand beige interior colour packages. The facelifted CX-7 features newly designed 18-inch aluminium wheels and, for the first time to the line-up, new 19-inch aluminium wheels (both depending on grade), which further highlight the new CX-7’s power and refinement.

Interior Design – Quality Detailing

Cockpit – new steering wheel
The enhanced premium look on the outside is continued on the inside of the vehicle with quality detailing that delivers a sporty yet highly refined cabin. The CX-7 cockpit has a new steering wheel with a sporty, premium design. Integrated steering wheel switches allow the driver to operate controls without having to look away from the road. A new design for the blackout meters of the metre cluster features newly-introduced blue-ring illumination, white pointers and three-dimensional dials that produce a heightened sense of quality.

Dashboard and centre panel updates
The vehicle’s unique double-roof instrument panel is modified as well. The upper roof is no longer straight but has a gently undulating shape. This was adopted so designers could install the new Multi Information Display (MID) positioned in the centre and to the right of the driver for easy reading. Piano black or metallic edges are added to the centre panel to convey a sense of refinement.

Materials and trim
The CX-7 facelift interior was developed with new materials placed at various locations around the cabin to give an even more premium look and feel. The rings on the side air conditioner vents are specially plated with anti-glare chrome. New front and rear door armrests are introduced as well, which incorporate soft pads for enhanced quality feel and more comfort than before. The armrest lid of the centre console is made of thick, high-resilience urethane, which has a texture combining softness and firmness for durability and comfort. With high grades, it also has a newly added soft pad.

Equipment – Advanced Functionality

Advanced equipment is introduced to the CX-7 facelift that provides even more functionality to the driver and passengers, and makes Mazda’s sports crossover SUV easy and fun to use on a daily basis. Like Mazda’s new-generation Mazda6 and Mazda3, the updated CX-7 has a new human-machine interface (HMI) that encompasses advanced driver functionality and contributes to greater driving confidence, mainly due to its Multi Information Display.

New Multi Information Display (MID) – optimised driver information
To provide the driver with necessary information in an optimal way, a new Multi Information Display (MID) is introduced with enhanced capabilities, and positioned at the top of the centre console under the shadow of the top roof of the dashboard to be easily read. It shows current driving information like fuel consumption, maintenance indicators, rear view camera and navigation – a separate display showing audio and climate-control information, and a warning lamp area below this with a seatbelt warning and airbag cut-off indicator. There are two types of liquid crystal displays (LCD) available for the MID: a high-brightness, high-resolution 4.1-inch colour type, and a 3.5-inch monochrome dot matrix type. These are the same types as available for the all-new Mazda3.

Rear view camera and new compact navigation system with high resolution display
Some versions of the CX-7 are equipped with a rear camera that makes backing up easier. The camera’s pictures are shown on the 4.1 inch colour TFT display being standard on those vehicles a compact navigation system (depending on grade) is also newly introduced to the CX-7 facelift that displays a map on the colour TFT display located in the MID as described above. It is operated by switches on the steering wheel and, combined with the high legibility of the display, makes operation and visual confirmation of readouts safe and easy while driving. The development team also focused on upgrading the basic functions and adopted a map database system stored on a compact SD card for more practicality.

New Bluetooth®-compatible audio player system
Mazda’s facelifted sports crossover SUV also has Bluetooth® wireless connection technology for mobile phones for the first time (depending on grade), which may be operated hands-free while driving. The system is more than that, however. It also provides a wireless connection between Bluetooth® -compatible portable audio players and the CX-7 audio system. Music playback from the audio player can be controlled by switches located on the audio panel or the steering wheel while driving. Additionally there’s an AUX jack located at the front of the centre console so that music on non-Bluetooth® -compatible portable audio players may also be enjoyed using the vehicle’s factory-fitted audio system.

New driver seat memory function and power-adjustable passenger seat
The driver seat of the CX-7 facelift is designed to provide the optimum driving position for all types of people, and is now power-adjustable with a three-position memory function (depending on grade). The passenger seat on high grade models is power adjustable now.

Powertrains – New Clean-Running 2.2-litre Turbo Diesel

In response to growing environmental concerns and increasingly stringent emission regulations in Europe, the CX-7 facelift engine line-up delivers a newly evolved combination of sporty, refined driving performance, with superb fuel efficiency and environmental performance. For the first time, a new, powerful and low-emission 2.2-litre common-rail diesel engine, developed especially for Europe joins the 2.3-litre DISI turbo petrol.

New MZR-CD 2.2 diesel – high torque with 7.5 litre/100 km (combined) fuel consumption
The next-generation MZR-CD 2.2-litre inline four-cylinder DOHC 16-valve turbo diesel joins the line-up of the facelifted CX-7. It delivers generous maximum torque of 400 Nm at a low 2,000 rpm and maximum output of 127 kW/173 PS at 3,500 rpm.

The engine’s 2.2-litre displacement, combined with turbocharger and common-rail direct injection with a high injection pressure of 200 MPa, realizes high power and torque with low emissions. Newly optimized intercooler efficiency further promotes strong and linear performance.

Cost-saving 2.2 litre DOHC turbocharged common-rail diesel
To keep customers costs low when driving, the DOHC-valve system is chain driven which allows a maintenance-free operation.

Balancer shaft and lower block for less engine noise
A front-chain-drive cassette-type balancer significantly reduces NVH. Employing this balancer improves booming noise, and produces a linear relationship between the accelerator pedal position and the engine sound, contributing to the fun-to-drive feeling.

Advanced diesel particulate filter from Mazda
Together with the 2.2 litre DOHC turbocharged common-rail diesel, a newly-developed diesel particulate filter made of a ceramic material with high thermal resistance - including Mazda’s independently developed catalyst - is introduced. In addition to oxygen in the exhaust gases, this catalyst uses oxygen stored in the base material, to improve the combustion of soot emissions. This optimises the time needed for the generation of the filter (shortened by 1/3) and realises excellent emissions, without sacrificing performance for driving fun.

With the new turbo diesel under the bonnet, the Mazda CX-7 facelift sprints from 0-100 km/h in 11.3 seconds with a top speed of 200 km/h. And new to the CX-7 line-up with the MZR-CD 2.2-litre diesel is a selective catalyst reduction (SCR) system, the first ever on a Mazda vehicle that converts NOx into harmless nitrogen and water using a urea additive.

High performance MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo petrol engine
The Mazda CX-7 facelift engine line-up retains the acclaimed inline four-cylinder DOHC 16-valve 2.3-litre DISI Turbo petrol. It produces high maximum output of 191kW/260 PS at 5,500 rpm and 380 Nm of maximum torque at 3,000 rpm.

Advanced catalyst technology
As in the Mazda3, CX-7 facelift models with the MZR 2.3L DISI Turbo engine feature Mazda’s exclusive underfloor single-nanocatalyst. It employs single-nanotechnology, which can control even smaller particles than nanotechnology. Due to this advanced technology, the amount of precious metal used in the catalyst has been reduced by approximately 73 percent compared to the current model. The total weight of precious metal per unit has been cut from 0.89 grams to 0.24 grams. This new Mazda technology helps limit the use of rare natural resources and contributes to preserving the environment.

Chassis – Enhanced Handling and Ride Quality

Mazda pioneered the sports crossover SUV sub-segment when it launched the original CX-7 as a practical but sporty utility vehicle. The facelift model enhances this aspect with a significant increase in body rigidity and suspension updates. Coupled to Active Torque-Split All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system, this delivers even better handling stability and ride comfort for an even more premium driving experience befitting Mazda’s flagship SUV.

Body shell – a 5 percent increase in torsional rigidity
Mazda engineers added body reinforcements to the CX-7 facelift for a five percent increase in torsional stiffness, which translates into even better handling stability and a higher-quality ride. To minimize the weight increase that resulted from the addition of some of these reinforcements, Mazda used weld bonds, which are relatively light joints where spot welds are supplemented by adhesive between the welded parts. And the increased body rigidity further enhances quietness by softening the tone of road noise before it reaches the cabin.

Suspension – excellent straight-ahead stability and ride comfort
Tuned to suit the power characteristics of each engine, the suspension system of the Mazda CX-7 facelift employs MacPherson struts in the front and a multi-link suspension system in the rear. New dampers are introduced with larger oil-flow openings to achieve smoother suspension strokes and improve stability and ride comfort. At the same time, the increased body rigidity helps enable supple suspension movement and greater firmness.

Mazda’s Active Torque-Split All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system – superior traction
Like the original model, the European version of the Mazda CX-7 facelift comes standard with Mazda’s Active Torque-Split All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system that helps prevent wheel spin on slippery surfaces and delivers excellent traction on dry surfaces. The vehicle’s system control module distributes torque between the front and rear axles using an electronically-controlled active-torque coupling mounted in front of the rear differential. The system automatically distributes power between the axles (100/0 percent to 50/50 percent front/rear) for just the right amount of torque in every driving situation.

Steering system – Electro-hydraulic power assisted steering standard for 2.2-litre diesel
Electro-hydraulic power assisted steering (EHPAS) in vehicles with the MZR-CD 2.2 engine ensures a precise, positive steering feel by employing hydraulic pressure provided by a pump that is driven by an electric motor. Precise control over the degree of steering assistance in accordance with the speed of the vehicle, and the speed at which the steering wheel is turned, helps to minimize unnecessary fuel consumption, making the 2.2-litre turbo diesel even more frugal. Vehicles with the MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo engine are equipped with hydraulic power assisted steering that is also tuned to deliver optimal steering assist depending on vehicle speed.

Safety – New Rear Vehicle Monitoring and Emergency Stop Signal

The CX-7 facelift is not only in line with Mazda’s Sustainable Zoom-Zoom Strategy for environmental performance, but for safety as well. Two newly introduced elements enhance the active safety package of Mazda’s sports crossover SUV.

Rear Vehicle Monitoring (RVM) system
The Mazda CX-7 receives Mazda’s Rear Vehicle Monitoring (RVM) system for the first time. It has radar sensors in the rear bumper that detect a vehicle approaching from behind when the vehicle is moving at a speed of 60 km/h or faster. The 24 GHz radar sensors have a range of 50 m behind the vehicle and are not affected by bad weather. If a car is detected approaching from the left or right rear lanes or driving in the blind spot next to the vehicle, the system alerts the driver by turning on a warning indicator in the door mirror on the relevant side. If the driver then activates a turn signal, the indicator in the door mirror flashes and a warning buzzer sounds to prevent the driver from changing lanes.

Emergency Stop Signal (ESS)
A new ESS system is introduced with the CX-7 facelift. When the CX-7 is travelling faster than 50 km/h and the driver brakes sharply, the ESS system automatically flashes the hazard warning lights rapidly to alert following vehicles of the emergency situation.

Mazda CX-7 MZR-CD 2.2L Turbo Diesel Technical Data
(subject to homologation)

Model name		MZR-CD 2.2L Turbo Diesel
Body Type		Monocoque
Doors		4 + liftgate
Seating capacity		5
Coefficient of drag	Cd	0.34
Cross-sectional area	m²	2.581
Boot Measurements
Volume all seats up (VDA)	l	455
Volume 2nd row down (up to the beltline) (VDA)	l	774

Major specifications of the Mazda CX-7 MZR-CD 2.2L Turbo Diesel
(Preliminary)

Engine		MZR-CD 2.2L Turbo Diesel
Transmission		6-speed manual transmission
Drivetrain		Active Torque-Split All-Wheel Drive
Dimensions
Overall length	mm	4,680 (w/o licence plate) / 4,700 (w/ licence plate)
Overall width	mm	1,870
Overall height	mm	1,645
Wheelbase	mm	2,750
Track (front/rear)	mm	1,615/1,610
Engine		MZR-CD 2.2L inline 4-cylinder DOHC16-valve
Max power (target value)	kW/PS	127/173 at 3,500 rpm
Max torque (target value)	Nm	400 at 2,000 rpm
Displacement	cm³	2.184
Bore x stroke	mm	86.0 x 94.0
Steering		Electro-hydraulic power assisted system
Suspension	Type (front/rear)	MacPherson strut / multi-link
Brakes	(front/rear)	Ventilated discs
Tyres, wheels	Tyres	235/60R18 103V 235/55R19 101V
	Wheels	18 x 7.5J 19 x 7.5J

Mazda CX-7 MZR-CD 2.2L Turbo Diesel
(subject to homologation)

Performance and Weights

Model name			MZR-CD 2.2L Turbo Diesel
Performance
Top speed		km/h	200
Acceleration 0-100 km/h*		s	11.3
Fuel Consumption**
Urban		l/100 km	9.1
Extra urban		l/100 km	6.6
Combined		l/100 km	7.5
CO2 emissions (combined)		g/km	199
Emissions ranking			Euro Stage V
Weight and Payload
Min, kerb weight (without driver)		kg	1,800
Min. kerb weight***		kg	1,875
Max. permissible weight		kg	2,430
Permissible front axle weight		kg	1,280
Permissible rear axle weight		kg	1,150
Permissible tow weight, trailer without brakes		kg	750
Permissible tow weight, trailer with brakes (12% slope)		Kg	1,800
Max. roof load capacity		kg	100

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2009 Cadillac Escalade Platinum Hybrid

Cadillac has launched the 2009 Escalade Platinum Hybrid, the most technically advanced large luxury SUV yet, blending the exclusive features of the Platinum model with the fuel-saving powertrain of the Escalade Hybrid. It delivers 20 mpg in city driving – a 50-percent city mileage improvement over non-hybrid models.

“This is the ultimate Escalade, combining the luxury features of the Platinum with the world’s first hybrid on a large luxury SUV,” said Mark McNabb, North America vice president, Cadillac/Premium Channel. “Along with the upcoming CTS Sport Wagon and SRX crossover, the Escalade Platinum Hybrid represents an opportunity for the changing priorities of luxury consumers who want dramatic design and technology combined with fuel efficiency and functionality.”

The Escalade’s two-mode hybrid system allows it to return exceptional fuel economy, while delivering the capabilities of a true luxury SUV. The limited-edition Escalade Platinum model includes other advanced technologies, such as light-emitting diode (LED) headlamps and Cadillac’s advanced Magnetic Ride Control system.

Escalade Platinum Hybrid is available in 2WD and 4WD configurations. It delivers up to 5,800 pounds (2,631 kg) of usable towing capacity on 2WD models and 5,600 pounds (2,540 kg) on 4WD models.

GM’s patented two-mode hybrid technology

GM’s patented two-mode hybrid system consists of an advanced electrically variable transmission (EVT) and 300-volt nickel-metal hydride Energy Storage System (ESS). These systems work in concert with the standard 6.0L V-8 Gen IV gasoline engine with Active Fuel Management (AFM) and late-intake valve closing (LIVC) technology.

The key to Escalade’s two-mode hybrid system is that the electric power used to propel the vehicle is generated by the hybrid system itself. When the brakes are applied or the vehicle is coasting, the electric motors within the hybrid system create electricity that is stored in the 300-volt battery. This stored energy is used to move the vehicle and the regenerative braking cycle is renewed.

Providing power to the hybrid’s electrically variable transmission’s (EVT) two electric motors is a 300-volt nickel-metal hydride Energy Storage System (ESS). This battery pack is located under the second-row seat, where it takes up virtually no additional space and does not interfere with second- or third-row ingress/egress.

Additional features of the hybrid powertrain and supporting systems include:

* Fully blended regenerative braking to capture energy that would otherwise be lost during vehicle deceleration

* A 6.0L V-8 engine with Active Fuel Management and late intake valve closing (Atkinson-cycle combustion process) for reduced pumping losses and better overall fuel economy. It is rated at 332 horsepower (248 kW) and 367 lb.-ft. of torque (498 Nm) and runs on regular unleaded fuel

* Auto Stop mode. Once the vehicle reaches 0 mph, the gasoline engine automatically shuts down, leaving the engine off and allowing the vehicle to move only under electric power, such as during city driving or heavy stop-and-go traffic

* An exhaust system and resonator specially tuned for the 6.0L LIVC engine’s Active Fuel Management operation. It ensures comfortable interior acoustics and a pleasant exhaust note during both V-4 and V-8 operation

* An electrically driven, 300-volt air conditioning compressor reduces vibration and allows the HVAC system to cool the passenger compartment even when the gasoline engine is shut off. It includes the standard tri-zone climate system

* An electrically driven, 42-volt variable-assist power steering system reduces vibration and provides up to a 0.5-mpg fuel economy improvement by reducing parasitic losses common in belt-driven hydraulic systems

* The Energy Storage System cooling system’s internal fan is tuned to be quiet at low vehicle speeds, when the fan could more easily be heard by the occupants

The Escalade Platinum Hybrid’s battery pack durability and reliability are maintained via optimized charge and discharge cycles, as well as a dedicated cooling system that draws air from the passenger compartment. As part of the vehicle’s emission control system, the energy storage system is warranted for eight years/100,000 miles.

Exclusive package of luxury, style and technology

In the new Escalade Platinum Hybrid, the hybrid system’s efficiency is complemented by an exclusive package of luxury, style and technology, including:

* A distinctive front fascia and grille patterned after Cadillac’s acclaimed CTS sport sedan

* Unique 22-inch wheels

* Magnetic Ride Control technology

* LED headlamps

* Exclusive interior appointments with Aniline leather

* DVD entertainment system with screens integrated in front-seat headrests

Magnetic Ride Control is the world’s fastest-reacting suspension system and gives the Escalade Platinum more precise body motion control. It is a real-time damping system – “reading” the road in 1-millisecond intervals – that replaces conventional mechanical-valve shocks with electronically controlled shocks filled with a synthetic fluid containing minute iron particles. Under the presence of magnetic charge, the iron particles align to provide damping resistance almost instantly.

The LED headlamps emulate the characteristics of natural daylight much more closely than traditional auto lighting. LEDs are environmentally friendly, with a usable life more than 20 times longer than traditional halogen bulbs.

Inside the Escalade Platinum is the latest example of Cadillac’s 21st-century return to handcrafted luxury details. The instrument panel, center storage console and door trim are wrapped and stitched by hand. They feature decorative French seams that convey an elegantly tailored look and feel. Materials include rich leather on the instrument panel, with unique wood inlays and aluminum trim.

Aniline leather is unique to the Escalade Platinum and is used to trim the first- and second-row seats. Contrasting-color stitching is used on the French seams for a distinctive, luxurious appearance and the seatbacks feature embroidered Cadillac wreath and crest insignias. The leather-covered seats are comfortable and convenient, with the industry-exclusive power fold-and-tumble second-row seat feature that eases access to the third-row seat.

Additional standard interior features include Platinum-specific door sills and floor mats; a heated steering wheel; and heated and cooled cupholders and a power liftgate that opens and closes with the touch of a button. Also, the DVD entertainment system adds screens integrated into each front-seat headrest, in addition to the existing roof-mounted screen.

Each front-row headrest screen has its own driver and input controls. The headrest units can be operated independently or in tandem. This system enables passengers in different seats to watch or listen to different entertainment choices. Also including is the acclaimed Bose 5.1 Digital Surround system, as well as the eight-inch touch screen for DVD-based navigation and control of the DVD, CD, MP3 and XM Satellite Radio entertainment.

Evolving Cadillac fleet of luxury, fuel efficiency and functionality

The Escalade Platinum Hybrid joins an evolving fleet of Cadillacs that is focused on fuel efficiency and functionality, combined with dramatic design and advanced technology. Cadillac will launch the all-new SRX crossover this summer, with high levels of functionality and a 3.0L direct injected V-6 engine that delivers more horsepower and a 10-15-percent fuel economy improvement over the 3.6L engine it replaces. The CTS Sport Wagon will also launch this summer, with the same, fuel-efficient engine, as well as greater functionality than has ever been delivered by Cadillac’s core nameplate.

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Porsche and 'dream' village of Volkswagen

Many years, sports car manufacturer of luxury German made every effort to understand the ownership of the largest automobile group in Europe. Behind ambitions have the "mad " is the dream from the two brands have the same "to him."

The article on the Porsche public plan village of Volkswagen Group has been recognized label in the press throughout the world in 4 years. But stories about historical relationship between the two attached groups powerful this is not what that one can understand clearly. An important part of the story lies in the formation of human and VW owns Porsche brand.

Turn the page old history of Germany from 1930 - the time that Hitler Aldolf right to know. Also is the engineer who's the original Hungary Austria - Ferdinand Porsche officially out of private companies. One of which Ferdinand Porsche received from leaders of Germany at that time.

Hitler has preferences is quite bizarre collection of many types of car but do not like them. Recognize the importance of mechanical means in the context of the history of Germany, Hitler requested Ferdinand Porsche to improvements in vehicle form 1931's to suit the needs of civil servants and particularly savings fuel. On 22/6/1934, Ferdinand Porsche agree manufactured "Volkswagen" (people's) to Hitler.

After a time reference to you from your engineer is Hans Ledwinka, Ferdinand Porsche utilize many ideas from Tatra cars to the village KdF-Wagen in 1938. Form later this car is known widely in the world with the name Volkswagen beetle.

The improvement of the Volkswagen car Now includes features loss less fuel, easy to use, durable and economic efficiency in the correct fitting and removing vehicle.

Relationship attached by Porsche and Volkswagen drag during which until now. Most of the samples used Porsche component technology VW. Typically, as the first Porsche Porsche produced 64 May 1938 to share many facilities beetle. Porsche 356 was born in 1948 also continue to get the engine, gearbox and air compression system. Porsche Cayenne Celebrity introduced since 2002 has the frame Volkswagen Touareg and Audi Q7.

Established in 1937, Volkswagen Group is a property of the government to Germany when it was sold. Relationship of Porsche and Volkswagen are dividing when world war broke out the second. British military have been on manufacturing bombs have been destroyed by Volkswagen and re-boot line car beetle.

Volkswagen's factories working under the direction of colonel Ivan Hirst. After the second war, in 1948, the government awarded the factory to Germany but then the more of a Volkswagen Heinrich Nordhoff - former leaders of the car manufacturer Opel. Since then, Volkswagen slowly tear away the influence of the Porsche family.

After that, Ferry Porsche - the son of Professor Ferdinand Porsche continue to pursue dreams in his father's past. Mr. Hamlet hope one day that Porsche will be the owner of Volkswagen France.

Besides, this is a necessary dynamics of the Porsche before a series of foreign capital is to gulp their . Starting from 2005, Porsche to buy Volkswagen shares. Until late 2006, the total number of shares that Porsche owns up to 28%. At the time in 10/2008, when the Porsche public mind, the village of Volkswagen Group has ownership to 46%.

Existing shares in VW Porsche at about 50.76%. With dream day is gradually becoming reality, members of the Porsche is raising hope also that up to 75% to become the right decision with absolute giant of Germany.

Porsche Department surely must implement this method is because although possesses most ancient part of the Volkswagen by Porsche powers are limited by many other forces such as Volkswagen Law, the adviser of Lower Saxony and the board of Volkswagen.

In a speech at the beginning of the year, spokesman of Porsche confirmed that their companies will continue to plan their available until Volkswagen stock market is still enough investment freedom sale. Not just stop there, Porsche has a loan worth 13.6 billion USD to ensure the ability to buy Volkswagen.

This loan Porsche not be easy because it requires 17 billion loan before the company has been the bank refused. However, 13.6 billion USD loan in which the relationship with Porsche's banks are long become very stressful for the decrease in the falling sales of car manufacturers in the world is still considered a and large.

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Reviews Toyota Supra 2009 - Japanese Sport Car

Speculation is that Toyota command be releasing their newest line of Toyota Supra in 2009. The guys more than at Inside Line has something to suppose about that 2009 speculation date:
A two notable publications haven recently entered the none ending Toyota Supra speculation game, and this spell both are saying the car is a spree for 2009. We wish it was virtuous, but the fact is the Supra is t one closer to production that it was three years past when all the rumors started.

asd, there are people within Toyota who would likely to see a Supra revival, on the contrary it currently sits at the base of their priority lists. The composition coupe segment is stagnant with small chance for growth and there’s t any way Toyota is about to compromise engineering resources to a small tome car with minimal margins. So feel informal to speculate, but don’t outset saving your money just yet ’incentive this coupe isn’t happening.

This is the upcoming 2009 Toyota Supra that might be a Hybrid version. Toyota Supra would have existence having a 4.8-litre V10 500 horse power machine which is capable of doing 0-60mph in smaller quantity than 5 seconds, and a upper part of a plant speed of more than 170 m/ph. Aside from this, lithium-ion batteries and a 380kW motor leave be fitted in.

Source:courselife

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Toyota Launches 7-Seater 'Vanguard' SUV in Japan

You’re thinking RAV4, then you’re right on. But not the European RAV4. See, the Vanguard SUV is basically a slightly redesigned version of the US spec Toyota RAV4 with three rows of seats that can accommodate seven passengers. Like the European RAV4, the Japanese version of Toyota’s mid-size SUV is shorter in length than the RAV4 sold in the States (4,395 mm vs 4,599 mm) and it’s only offered with two rows of seats. Toyota's new 7seater SUV will go on sale in Japan from Sep. 8 and it will be offered with two engines plants, a 2.4L and a 3.5L V6 unit. -Press release and pics after the jump

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New luxury coupe Audi S5 review

And in that place she was: a bolt new S5 coupe without interrupti the showroom prevail over , shooting me advance hither glances. in such a manner thither I went. Ah, further did I stay long enough to put on possession of Ingolstadt’s brace-door Q-ship?Walter de’Silva claims the S5 is his meisterwerk. of the same kind with Walt penned the Gorgonesque Q7, I calculate he’s damning himself by self-praise. in the same manner as the TT and Bimmer’s Bangle bungles, the S5 suffers from a gorge of surfaces: artfully indented panels, swoopy swage lines, blistered wheels arches, chrome window surrounds, a Billy the assuming Mouth bass broil, angry eyes headlights (thorough with LED mascara) and greater amount of. The S5’s basic conjure up and stance are purposeful, further the “auto emoción” in the present life is nothing in addition than a hissy paroxysm.

The S5’s internal also blends the consecrated and the unhallowed. The materials, gauges and switchgear are boilerplate Audi– what one is no distressing thing. But the S5’s aluminum stroke accents are glaring and jarringly asymmetrical. A CD imitator in the center stack consigns the HVAC controls to the dregs of the pile– a stain-defiling ergonomic indignity that continues by the MMI (Multi Media Interface). Pistonheads of a assured age will determine an issue the MMI’s eight greater buttons, three [build] menu buttons, four internal buttons and coercive rotary knob over as intuitive like Bayesian Reasoning. And in a degree fun.

The S5’s seats are a greater disappointment; while laterally coddling, the thrones dearth sufficient upper on the frontier support. The S5’s meaty steering turn on an axis offers some compensatory haptic reward and a remote range of (cough) of the hand adjustment. As in the 6-course, Audi’s self-conceited coupe is capped means of an oversized sunroof that tilts boundary doesn’t move smoothly; the automotive equal of getting stuck without ceasing first base. And you have power to have any transmittance you like because long as it’s a six-flourish manual.
Thumb the 354-gelding powerplant into animated existence and the S5’s woofling 4.2-liter V8 tells thoroughly-heeled helmsmen that all’s not oblique with the globe (if not the global degree of heat). The S5’s means note is of the same kind with lusty as a Tudor series pub wench; it’s a consonant soundtrack for a torque bend that’s sluggish enough to arrange prodigious pulling army deep into treble digits, and phat enough to rocket the a 3600lbs. sedan from base to 60mph in 4.9 seconds. whether only the S5’s gearbox didn’t be excited like a notchy cable cozener from some primitive GM product.

formerly the cog swapper’s alive fluids warm-up, the S5’s gearbox regains rank appropriate silkiness. the agency of then enthusiastic drivers faculty of volition wonder why Audi eschewed y autobox in a car whose steering is lighter than y Olsen twin’s luncheon order.

Ignore the S5’s helium armor for the head, throw the uber-A5 into a crotch and the coupe’s re-jigged power distribution, multi-ring front suspension and cherish-biased Quattro scheme forestalls, quells and/or corrects Ye Olde nose-before anything else understeer. Mind you, through the Quattro system’s asymmetric dynamic torque rive principal patrolling the place of education for scandal, and Audi’s ESP handling Nanny sending horse–out aspirants to em without their evening meal, power slides aintgonnahappendotcom.
In suddenly, the S5 is a supremely clever all-weather respect and shoot luxobarge– that’s in the same manner with suitable for chase M cars in the manner that a .22 caliber snatch away is for shooting a grizzled. So why does the S5 consecratory rite ride quality in ctinuance the altar of crotch-carving confidence, especially while Audi’s elevated adjustable magnetic ride temporary deprivation lingers in the ind bull pen (such to speak)? with appearance of truth for the similar reason that Ingolstadt’s boffins forgot to provide the car by a DSG, the world’s beyond all others paddle shift dual clench gearbox, available ward a lowly (and I design that in a dainty way) TT.

The Audi trafficker wanted $58,490 with a view to the S5 up display, including each optional Bang & Olufsen 505-watt whole system (which was a share for an supplemental $800). I don’t receive as true S5 owners would kvetch at the require to be paid of catering to the S5’s 14/21mpg hankering, but it’s character noting that right and left town driving requires a refill each 200 miles or for a like rean.
Also noteworthy: the Audi S5’s action barely matches the diminish priced BMW 335i (furthermore available with four turn drive) and poses none threat whatsoever to the upcoming V8-powered BMW M3. steady on its allow terms, the S5’s need of an self-moving or dual clasp transmission limits the model’s seek reference of the case. Perhaps if the S5 packed the RS4’s 420hp motor, it would execute more sense. The Audi to be depended upon can only reliance this version is up the body the way. Meanwhile, the Audi S5 is a conveyance I might adjust for, but not unit I truly love.

Source:courselife

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